Position: EWG Verified Social Media and Partnerships Intern
Hours: 10-15 per week
Compensation: $20/hour or college credit 

Overview:

Join the Environmental Working Group (EWG) as a Social Media and Partnerships Intern for our EWG Verified program. This role offers the opportunity to engage directly with our community and help expand our outreach initiatives. You will play a key role in fostering our online presence and supporting our mission to empower consumers to live healthier lives in a healthier environment.

Responsibilities:

• Community Engagement: Actively manage and respond to direct messages, comments, and mentions on our social platforms.
• Account Interaction: Engage with like-minded accounts to increase visibility and support for our mission by liking and commenting on posts.
• Trend Research: Stay updated on the latest social media best practices and trends within the health and wellness industry.
• Content Development: Contribute to brainstorming sessions for creative post ideas and formats to keep our content fresh and engaging.
• List Building: Assist in building out contact lists for our influencer newsletter and major campaigns to enhance our reach.
• Outreach Coordination: Perform direct outreach to organic supporters to bolster community ties and initiative support.

Impact:
As an EWG Verified Social Media/Partnerships Intern, you will enable our team to:

• Strategic Focus: Dedicate more time to long-term social media strategy and account growth.
• Collaborative Content Creation: Enhance collaboration with both internal teams and external partners to produce impactful content.
• Influencer Expansion: Help double our monthly influencer and brand collaborations, increasing from 2 to 4 per month.
• Reporting Improvements: Support the development of an improved monthly reporting dashboard to better track our outreach and engagement metrics.

Qualifications:

• Passion for social media and a keen interest in environmental health and wellness.
• Strong communication skills and ability to engage effectively with a digital audience.
• Research skills and a proactive approach to staying informed on industry trends.
• Creative thinker with a talent for spotting engaging content opportunities.
• Organized and detail-oriented, capable of managing multiple tasks simultaneously.

EWG’s commitment to diversity and inclusion:

EWG celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We are proud to foster a work environment that supports, inspires and respects all individuals. EWG does not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, citizenship, ancestry, marital status, family responsibilities, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, medical condition, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, matriculation or political affiliation, or any other protected class recognized in any of the jurisdictions where EWG has offices or employees working. We adhere to these principles in all aspects of employment, including recruitment, hiring, training, and compensation and promotion.